Zippy's Kahului
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We gave it a shot tonight because it was already 5pm and most restaurants need reservation or had long queues. Boy were we blown away! The service was probably the most personable and organized we've experienced on this trip. It is also the only restaurant we've experienced that had complete covid precautions in place, such as dividers, every other table closed, entry and exit are separate, all staff were masked and gloved. If you know what cha chan tang or HK cafeteria is, this restaurant definitely gives off that vibe. Feels cozy and homey. The oxtail soup was one of the best oxtail soups I've had. Yes, it was expensive but it's also oxtail soup we're talking here. Only if there was an option to add noodles. The garlic rib steak (we had it medium) was also really tender and delicious. The host and our server were all super sweet. They explained the menu since it was our first time. Overall, great experience and we will definitely be back for the oxtail soup before we leave!
Sisi ChenSisi Chen
10
Since the pandemic, their menu really got scaled down. Maui prices are higher than Oahu as everything has to be shipped over? We used to eat in the dining room side, but service was slow and cleanliness was severely lacking. Quite different from the Zippys on Oahu. Maui people deserve better as there are so few places to choose from as it is. Although we enjoy their beef stew, Korean chicken, chili and Hawaiian plate, some food items that we don’t eat from here due to being very dry are their cakes and their “specialty” chicken. I think the service on the takeout side is okay. Some workers are friendly. I liked their online ordering feature, but they changed it to where you have to pay ahead, so now I changed to phone ordering. The person who takes the phone order is doing so remotely and twice they said a “special” of the day item was sold out, but when we went to pick up our order, the item was actually available. I made a point to ask the manager why the discrepancy and she stated that they didn’t update their inventory on their side on the computer. She updated it, but no “thanks for letting us know” or “sorry for the oversight.” It doesn’t seem like poor customer service or lack of training, but more like indifference. We used to like and buy these donuts, but several times they end up like the ones in the photo by the time we drive in our car with AC to our house with AC in kahului. The only thing we can think of is that they are already melting while sitting on a shelf at Zippys before we take them home. NOT buying them again.
TATA
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Updated review as of 12/ 17/2019: not even 10 days ago we had a good breakfast that despite the changes menu, was good friendly enough and local. Admittedly, we were nearly the only people at 6am, and we'd waited an hour to sit due to cleaning. No issue--we live here in Maui. Tonight, totally different. Horrible issues with food quality and availability, manager told the new server to charge us the $10+ meal price for a side listed in the menu and computer under $7. They messed up parts of the order that were simple fixes, and at the time it wasn't crazy busy. The whole atmosphere was not even local friendly as it's been every time we've gone before, and most of all the Aloha was not even present. The streamlined mainland vibe is not flying, not esp with the higher prices for drinks, and meals that are totally not even reasonable. If these changes go with opening a Zippy's in Nevada, corporate needs to rethink it. What makes Hawaii and Zippys our restaurant IS the aloha and local dishes and specials we love--not a reduced menu with higher prices and less friendly service. You'll lose local support for this iconic place if you lose what makes it local and special. Original review a year ago, before the streamlined menus and zippys Nevada: Love the food, prices, friendly staff, and atmosphere! A jome away from home!
Kandice KartchnerKandice Kartchner
10
I heard a lot about Zippys from friends. I thought it was going to be more of a fast food place, it was actually a casual sit-down restaurant, that I suppose could be considered fast food. I am experienced in Hawaiian food and cooking so I had a pretty good idea of what to expect. Zippys however, had a lot bigger menu than I was expecting. In fact, I had trouble choosing because they had so much to offer. I chose the roast pork with mashed potatoes, gravy. Simply divine. Fork tender no knife needed. Gravy brown and meaty flavor. Macaroni salad, sweet and delicious My wife got the Loco Moco, a grilled Hamburger steak patty, w grilled onions and gravy, served with white rice. I got to eat a few bites, it was very good. My only gripe was the service, although our waitress was very nice, it seemed as she had more than one person should handle. Other than that, my complaints were isolated. I would recommend Zippys. I'm glad we have one in our own state of Nevada
Frank CanezFrank Canez
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After a LOOOOOONG wait at the car rental place, we needed to grab dinner before heading to Kihei and my Uber driver from earlier in the day suggested Zippy's for an authentic Hawaiian experience. The location and building aren't especially charming but the aloha spirit shown through. There was a short wait, even as we arrived after 8 pm, and seemed to be mostly locals...always a good sign to me. The menu was eclectic and the specials even more so. A mix of diner food, Asian items, and Hawaiian specialties. I jumped at the curry loco moco on the specials list and was not disappointed. My mom happily ordered a tuna melt that she enjoyed. Most exciting was the dessert case in the front of the restaurant. We split a piece of delicious banana cream pie. I look forward to stopping by Zippy's again next time we're on Maui.
Sarah HeffronSarah Heffron
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The only Zippy's on the island is a fantastic find, especially given its proximity to the airport—ideal for anyone flying into OGG and looking to grab a bite before heading to their final destination! On our visit, it was a chilly day, so my partner and I decided to warm up with a bowl of saimin. You just can’t go wrong with a steaming bowl of noodles; it was absolutely delicious! Our friend chose the chili with rice, and it truly hit the spot—nothing beats the classic OG chili! We were also impressed by the friendly customer service, which added to our enjoyable experience. If you find yourself in town, I highly recommend giving Zippy's a try, I grew up eating at Zippys, You won’t be disappointed!
Tawny ValdezTawny Valdez
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Nearby Attractions Of Zippy's Kahului
Walmart
Target
Puunene Shopping Center
Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum
Barnes & Noble
Fork & Salad Kahului
Ashley Store
Aloha Rent A Car
Kahului Auto
King's Cathedral Maui

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Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum
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Nearby Restaurants Of Zippy's Kahului
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Oao Sushi Go
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Ramen Bones

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Akamai Coffee Co.
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808 Plates Maui
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15 Ho'okele St #3513, Kahului, HI 96732
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(808) 856-7599
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zippys.com
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Hawaiian casual dining chain known for its stews, chili & other comfort-food dishes.
attractions: Walmart, Target, Puunene Shopping Center, Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum, Barnes & Noble, Fork & Salad Kahului, Ashley Store, Aloha Rent A Car, Kahului Auto, King's Cathedral Maui, restaurants: Down to Earth Organic & Natural - Kahului, Akamai Coffee Co., 808 Plates Maui, Chick-fil-A, Kahului, Teddy’s Bigger Burgers Kahului, L&L Hawai‘ian Barbecue, Oao Sushi Go, First Wave Coffee, La Poblana Comida Mexicana, Ramen Bones

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